Did you know that mental illness is responsible for more disability in developed countries than any other group of illnesses including cancer and heart disease?While 1 in 5 Americans experiences some type of mental illness, innovations in medicine and therapy...
Read MoreDid you know that finding other people to relate to and participating in activities that bring you enjoyment are great ways to improve your mood and overall mental health? People with strong social supports are 50% more likely to live...
Read MoreFinding humor in the circumstances of life can lift moods with laughter and help people better deal with and overcome difficult experiences.When we laugh:Our stress hormone levels decrease.Our heart, lungs and muscles are stimulated.There is increased activity in parts of...
Read MoreFinding a reason to laugh, walking with a friend, meditating, playing with a pet, or working from home once a week can go a long way in making you both physically and mentally healthy.Did you know that the mental and...
Read MoreMay is National Mental Health Awareness Month, an opportunity for providers, advocates and individuals living with mental illness to reflect and raise awareness.This month's observance will focus on the mind-body connection and the way our overall mood and well-being can...
Read MoreAt FBH, we have incorporated Trauma-Informed Care practices into our treatment programs because we know that trauma - especially in childhood - alters everything about a person, from worldview to coping skills.Our understanding of trauma today is based on groundbreaking...
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